2027
HONOR CHOIR tour
 

Registration day in Lincoln, NE.

Rehearsals, dinner, and get-to-know-you activities.

More rehearsals and trip preparation.

Pizza party before our send-off public concert for friends and family.

International flight from Omaha to Frankfurt. All aboard the transatlantic flight!

We will Land in Frankfurt, Germany Heading out to Cologne. Cologne, Germany, is primarily known for its stunning Gothic cathedral (Kölner Dom), vibrant Carnival celebrations, and the invention of Eau de Cologne perfume. Situated on the Rhine River, it is famous for its Roman history.Overnight Cologne

Depart Cologne after breakfast at the hotel and travel to Aachen to visit the magnificent Aachen Cathedral, Charlemagne's famed UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Brussels, Belgium's vibrant capital, to explore the historic Grand Place and enjoy the city's famous chocolate and cafés. Later, journey to the charming medieval city of Bruges, known for its picturesque canals and cobblestone streets, where you'll enjoy an overnight stay.

Depart Bruges after breakfast at the hotel and travel into France, stopping in Amiens to visit its magnificent Gothic cathedral, the largest in France and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the historic city of Rouen, famous for its medieval streets, half-timbered buildings, and ties to Joan of Arc. Later, journey to the Normandy coast for an overnight stay in Port-en-Bessin, a charming fishing village known for its picturesque harbor and maritime heritage.

Depart Port-en-Bessin after breakfast at the hotel and visit the Normandy American Cemetery and Omaha Beach, honoring the courage and sacrifice of the D-Day landings. Continue to Versailles to see the magnificent Palace of Versailles before traveling to Paris for an overnight stay in the City of Light.

Enjoy a free day to explore Paris, the City of Light, at your own pace. Visit iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, or the Louvre Museum, stroll along the Seine River, browse charming cafés and boutiques, or simply soak in the city's rich history, art, and culture. Overnight in Paris.

Depart Paris after breakfast at the hotel and travel to the historic city of Metz, known for its impressive Gothic cathedral and charming old town. Continue to Strasbourg, the picturesque capital of France's Alsace region, where you'll explore its half-timbered houses, scenic canals, and the magnificent Strasbourg Cathedral before an overnight

Depart Strasbourg after breakfast at the hotel and travel through the picturesque Alsace region, stopping in the charming medieval village of Riquewihr, renowned for its colorful half-timbered houses, flower-lined streets, and vineyards. Continue into the heart of Switzerland to the beautiful lakeside village of Brunnen, nestled on the shores of Lake Lucerne and surrounded by breathtaking Alpine scenery, for an overnight stay.

Depart Brunnen after breakfast at the hotel and travel by train or boat across Lake Lucerne to the beautiful city of Lucerne. Renowned for its stunning lakeside setting, medieval architecture, and dramatic mountain views, Lucerne offers iconic sights such as the 14th-century Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument. Enjoy the day exploring all that Lucerne has to offer, with a possible performance in one of the beautiful lakeside churches, before returning to Brunnen for an overnight stay.

After a beautiful breakfast in Brunnen, travel to St. Gallen for an extended lunch stop and time to explore the famous Abbey Library (the "Beauty and the Beast" Library), the Cathedral, museums, and charming shops. Continue to Munich, Germany, for a performance at St. Michael's Church, followed by a traditional goulash dinner in the town center before an overnight stay.

After breakfast, visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial, the first Nazi concentration camp. Continue along Germany's famous Romantic Road to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, where you'll discover its charming streets, historic churches, and world-famous Christmas store. Enjoy a performance in a medieval church, followed by a pizza party for dinner and an overnight stay.

On to Dresden after a fabulous breakfast, Dresden is the capital city of the German state of Saxony and its second most populous city after Leipzig. Possible performance Frauenkirche, explore and overnight.

From Dresden we will move on to a day and overnight in Leipzig! Bachs burial site. Also, world-renowned as a major center for classical music, holding strong connections to composers like J.S. Bach, and as a pivotal site in modern history, notably for sparking the 1989 Peaceful Revolution. It is also famous for its historic trade fairs, the St. Thomas Boys Choir, the massive Battle of Nations Monument, and a thriving contemporary art scene

Depart Leipzig after breakfast at the hotel and travel to Eisenach, the birthplace of Johann Sebastian Bach and home to the historic Wartburg Castle, where Martin Luther translated the New Testament into German. Continue to Frankfurt, Germany's vibrant financial and cultural center, for time to explore the historic Römer Square before an overnight stay.

DAY 17 Travel HOME and leave with treasured memories.​​